Perfumer's Assistant

International Flavors and Fragrances
United States, New Jersey, Holmdel
Jan 08, 2025
Job Summary We are IFF. We are the catalyst for discoveries that spark the senses and transform the everyday. International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is a leading innovator of sensorial experiences that move the world. At the heart of our company, we are fueled by a sense of discovery, constantly asking "what if?" That passion for exploration drives us to co-create unique scents and tastes in fine fragrances and beauty, detergents and household goods, as well as beloved foods and beverages. Our 7,300 team members globally take advantage of leading consumer insights, research and development, creative expertise, and customer intimacy to develop differentiated products. The purpose of this position is to provide direct support to Consumer Fragrance Perfumer by compounding materials in a prescribed formula and to assist with lab workload when assigned by the supervisor. This position reports to the Perfumery Lab Manager. The candidate will be expected to adapt to changing tasks and instructions based on business demands throughout the day in order to satisfy internal and external customers. Work responsibilities: The candidate will compound fragrance formulas using a computer task management system; maintain a perfumer's log of corporate numbers and also targets; maintain a log of approvals and rejections of batches made by the lab; continually renew raw materials and solutions to keep them within their shelf life; properly maintain lab; help other labs when assigned by the lab manager. 60%: Compound essential oils. 10%: Provide oils to internal and sometimes external customers if needed. 5%: Provide finished samples. 5%: Maintain a perfumer's log of corporate numbers. 5%: Continually renew their stock and solutions. 5%: Provide help when it is needed in other labs. 5%: Properly maintain their bays. 5%: Maintain a log of approvals and rejection of batches made in Hazlet Required Skills: lndustry knowledge: Technical knowledge of liquid compounding, including raw materials, their handling, use and storage. Computer skills: Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge and comfortable using automated systems and computer task management tools. Must be able to start and complete a task in a dynamic environment: Adapt to changes and priorities due to customer request. Ability to give and receive verbal and written communications. Must be safe and conscientious lab operator for the protection of all employees. Required Experiences: 1 to 3 years industry experience in fragrance or flavor creative laboratory with a strong understanding of essential oils and perfumery raw materials. Experience working with sub-components and bases in order to optimize production of creative samples Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) is a plus. 2 or 4 year college degree preferred. We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more